Excitation Loss Module

A loss of generator excitation during parallel operation will

result in heavy circulating currents, pole-slipping (loss of
synchronisation) and torque/current surges and oscillation.
The Stamford Excitation Loss Module monitors the generator
AVR output and signals any sustained interruption to an
integral relay to initiate an indication/alarm.
The ELM, which has been specially designed for use with all
the Companys AVRs, is powered independently from the
engine battery at 12V or 24V. It operates by detecting the
absence of the characteristic rectifier ripple in the exciter field
voltage. An optical isolator used to ensure complete electrical
isolation between the exciter field circuit and the engine
battery system. Any loss of AVR output is recognised
immediately by the monitoring circuit, and if the interruption
persists for more than about a second the module output
energises an integral relay. The changeover contacts can
either provide remote indication of the excitation failure or
operate any other relay-fed protective device. The system
incorporates a time delay to prevent spurious tripping on
transients and an overrideable eight-second engine-start lock-
out.
Robust and reliable solid-state electronics.
Independently powered from engine battery.
Power supply completely isolated from exciter field.
Engine-start lock-out time delay.
SPECIFICATION
There are two versions of the ELM; one for 12V engine
battery systems and one for 24V.
SENSING INPUT
Voltage 0-150 Vdc
Input resistance 100 k ohms
Sensitivity 50 v peak
POWER INPUT
Voltage 10-14 Vdc (ELM 12V)
20-28 Vdc (ELM 24V)
Current (standby) 25 ma max all models
Relay on 150 ma max (ELM 12V)
60 ma max (ELM 24V)
OUTPUT
Single pole changeover relay
Rating 5A @ 30 Vdc
5A @ 240 Vdc
Power dissipation 3 Watts maximum
TIME DELAYS
Response time 1.5-2 seconds
Power up delay 8-15 seconds
ENVIRONMENTAL
Vibration 20-100 Hz 30 mm/sec
100 Hz - 2 kHz 2g
Relative humidity 95%
Operating temperature -40 to +70C
Storage temperature -55 to +80C
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT DIAGRAM
Not suitable for mounting in generator terminal box. Switchboard or bedplate mounting recommended.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM
TD_EXC-LOSS.GB_09.02_01
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